Can a foreigner register a company in India?
Yes — 100% ownership in most sectors. Here are the rules.
Compliance hub
Start a Company in India as a Foreigner
Foreign nationals can own 100% of an Indian private limited company in most sectors. You don't need to visit India. Here's every rule — FDI routes, subsidiary structures, the resident director requirement, costs, and post-incorporation compliance.
The essentials
- 100% FDI allowed in most sectors via the automatic route
- No visit needed: the entire process works remotely with digital signatures
- One resident director required — an Indian resident on the board
- FC-GPR filing with RBI within 30 days of share allotment
All foreign-founder guides
Wholly Owned Subsidiary Setup in India
WOS structure, step by step.
FDI Routes: Automatic vs Approval
Which route your sector falls under.
Resident Director Requirement in India
The one Indian-resident director rule, explained.
Company Registration Cost for Foreigners
Full cost breakup for foreign applicants.
Start a Company in India Without Visiting
The entire process works remotely. Here is how.
FC-GPR Filing Guide for Foreign Investors
RBI reporting within 30 days of allotment.
Subsidiary vs Branch vs Liaison Office in India
Pick the right India presence structure.
Foreign Director Company Annual Filing: ROC + RBI Guide
Annual compliance for foreign-owned companies.
Expanding into India?
We handle the full setup for foreign founders — incorporation, FDI filings, resident director, bank account, and ongoing compliance.
